Public schoolboys at Tidworth Pennings camp
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Public schoolboys at Tidworth Pennings camp
Boys enjoying the camp bath at Tidworth Pennings camp on Salisbury Plain, where four thousand public schoolboys of the Junior Division of the Officers Training Corps were put through their paces by regular officers.
circa 1911
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Bath Bathing Corps Corrugated Division Iron Junior Plain Salisbury School Boys Splash Splashing Tidworth Officers
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a moment of pure joy and relaxation at Tidworth Pennings Camp on Salisbury Plain, circa 1911. Four thousand public schoolboys of the Junior Division of the Officers Training Corps (OTC) are seen enjoying a communal bathing experience, an essential part of their rigorous military training. The iron corrugated hut, reminiscent of an army barracks, serves as the backdrop to the scene. The boys, dressed in their uniforms, are fully immersed in the water, some splashing each other playfully, while others wash themselves with soap and sponges. The water, drawn from a nearby source, is heated over an open fire, adding to the rustic charm of the camp setting. The steam rising from the bath creates a misty effect, enhancing the sense of camaraderie and shared experience among the boys. The OTC was an essential part of the British military system, designed to instill discipline, leadership, and a sense of duty in young men from public schools. The training they received at camps like Tidworth Pennings prepared them for potential military service, both during peacetime and in times of war. Despite the military context, this image offers a glimpse into the lighter side of camp life, where boys could momentarily let go of the rigors of training and simply enjoy each other's company. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when public schoolboys and the military were deeply intertwined, and the value of communal experiences was cherished.
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